Electric Meter Technician

** Please submit your resume via Indeed. If selected for employment, you will also need to complete the TMD application at www.texasmeter.com ***

Texas Meter & Device is hiring for a full time, electric meter technician in the Las Cruces, NM, area. We will train you; however, you must have a strong mechanical aptitude to succeed.

Under the general direction of the Electric Meter Installation Project Manager and/or Field Supervisor(s), the team will consist of technicians trained on residential and commercial Electric Meters. Training is at $18/hr and usually lasts about 2-3 weeks. Pay is based on production once training is successfully completed.

Technicians can make the equivalent of $20-30/hour or more depending on production levels. There is no cap on production pay!

Candidates must reside in the Las Cruces area or within a commutable distance as there is not a relocation allowance or per diem associated with this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Will exchange residential and commercial class electric meters
• Use a work order management system to capture site data
• Maintain accurate records of work completed
• Oversee the materials, equipment, vehicle and tools
• Maintains and operates a company vehicle following all safety requirements and safe driving habits
• Will report to TMD location in Las Cruces at the beginning and ending of each shift.
• Keep track of new and used inventory
• Recording of addresses, GPS, and meter information
• Verification of proper installation/transmission of new meter data by utilizing tablet PC, handheld equipment or smartphone
• Manages daily client communications, data and reporting
• Coordinates scheduling and meets quality / quantity requirements
• Provides for excellence in internal and external customer service by creating a positive experience for customers, end users and communities through professional and courteous behavior and producing high quality results
• Other duties and tasks as assigned or necessary

· In some cases, a technician may be asked to work evening hours to manage some commercial exchanges

Requirements:

• Mechanical aptitude is necessary
• Ability to use hand held device and other equipment as required for the position
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to stand on feet, bend or stoop for a prolonged period of time. The work is performed outdoors and through inclement weather as necessary
• Ability to carry out duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle
• Stable Multi-year Work History
• Attention to Detail
• Excellent Attendance is an absolute requirement
• DEPENDABILITY
• Previous electrical experience preferred but not required
• Good Communication Skills (speaking, reading and writing)
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience due to insurance requirements - (this is a bona fide occupational qualification for this position)
• Must have work boots with steel or composite toe protection
• Must have own personal Smart phone
• Additional Requirements: Background check clearance including drug screening and I-9 documentation as required by law

Shift and Pay Info:

After successful completion of training, technicians can earn the equivalent of $20-$30/hr or more depending on production. There is no cap on production pay!

Monday – Friday, with Saturday work available at times, if necessary

Work hours are usually an 8 hour shift, generally between the hours of 7am – 5pm (this usually means a 7am - 3:30pm shift with a 30 minute mandatory lunch break; however, hours could vary as needed)

There may become a minimal need to work some commercial accounts on an evening or overnight shift.

** Please submit your resume via Indeed. If selected for employment, you will also need to complete the TMD application at www.texasmeter.com ***

TMD is an EOE

To learn more about TMD, visit our website at www.texasmeter.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120.00 - $200.00 per day

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• Under 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• This position requires that you be at least 21 years old and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience (personal or professional) due to insurance requirements. Do you meet these requirements?
• Please tell us about your mechanical and/or electrical knowledge/skills, experience, or aptitude.

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120 - $200